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The Perfect Fit

Finding the right saddle for your horse is a mix of high-tech and hands-on approaches.

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Property Pest Control

Horse Property Pest Control

Disease-harboring mosquitoes and flies top most horse owners’ list of bugs to beware of, but don’t forget these other horse and barn-harming pests.

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Weed of the Month: Chicory

Weed of the Month: Chicory

Chicory is not as common as many weeds in horse pastures but occurs in more abundance in unmowed pastures.

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UK to Host Tall Fescue Pasture Renovation Workshop

Tall Fescue Testing: Understanding the Numbers

Property managers often test their pastures to evaluate the risk of fescue toxicity; however, how you test can produce drastically different results. Here are some things to remember when testing horse pastures for infected tall fescue.

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Horse Basics: Halters

Halters are used for leading, tying, and handling horses when you’re not riding. Learn the basic options you have for outfitting your horse in a halter.

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Pasture Management 101: Grass Species

Spring Pasture Management Do’s and Don’ts

After a long, cold winter in much of the United States, many farms and their fields will need some work come spring. The following guidelines will help ensure your pasture management efforts are both beneficial and economical for your farm.

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Weed of the Month: Poison Hemlock

Weed of the Month: Poison Hemlock

Poison hemlock is extremely poisonous to horses and humans, however horses rarely eat this plant because of its low palatability.

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Weed of the Month: Musk Thistle

Weed of the Month: Musk Thistle

Musk thistle is distributed across the United States and is listed as noxious in many states.

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mud management; Creating Hardened Surfaces in Horses' High-Traffic Areas

Managing Mud on Horse Farms

Mud prevention requires long-range planning and a balance between managing horses and managing pastures.

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